"Here comes the excuses" - Fans show Umar Nurmagomedov no mercy for "delusional" take as the Dagestani disagrees with Merab Dvalishvili's decision win

In the co-main event of UFC 311, Merab Dvalishvili successfully defended his bantamweight title against Umar Nurmagomedov in a grudge match that delivered on its heated buildup.

Both fighters, wary of each other’s grappling abilities, opted for striking exchanges early in the fight. Nurmagomedov landed a straight left in Round 1 that briefly wobbled Dvalishvili, marking a key moment. He also secured a takedown but failed to capitalize.

The tide shifted in Round 3, as Dvalishvili turned up the pace with relentless takedown attempts and volume striking. Nurmagomedov struggled with exhaustion, leaving his attacks ineffective.

In the final round, a looping right hand from 'The Machine' stunned Nurmagomedov, allowing the champion to secure additional takedowns and dominate the closing minutes. Dvalishvili was awarded a unanimous decision victory, setting a new UFC record with 92 career takedowns, surpassing Georges St-Pierre’s 90.

However, Nurmagomedov voiced his disagreement with the decision, while also citing a potential hand injury as a factor in his performance. In his post-fight octagon interview with Joe Rogan, the Dagestani stated:

“I think the first three rounds I won, other was like close. I don't think I lose this fight… After first round I [couldn’t] punch because I think I broke my hand and [the fight] go like other way you know… I need watch [the fight] video like my fight and I don't think I lose this fight… I'm not agree with judge.”

Check out Umar Nurmagomedov's post-fight comments in the clip below:

Fans were quick to criticize his remarks, with one commenting:

“Here comes the excuses 😭”

Another wrote:

“Bro is delusional”

One fan urged him to focus on his next fight:

“Nurmagomedovs don’t give excuses, just prepare for your next fight.”

Check out some of the fan reactions below:

Fans react to Umar Nurmagomedov's comments post UFC 311 loss. [Screenshot courtesy: X]